There’s more turmoil in the long-term care insurance, with insurers either raising rates or dropping out of the market. Long-term care is a major risk, so you need a plan to pay for it that takes into account changes in the market. Read More

The Wall Street Journal has highlighted a troubling trend for oil majors, but the story isn’t exactly what it seems. Read More

Last week the tech sector saw two of its biggest names report disapointing financial results, casting a long shadow over the entire market.  And yesterday's sighting of Punxsutawney Phil's shadow foretold six more weeks of winter, about the same time earnings season will be over and our portfolio recommendations should be bathed in the light of greater clarity. Read More

The apparel maker is poised to profit from this year’s busy sports calendar—including the upcoming Winter Games in Russia. Read More

The technological disruptions and market dynamics that have started to undermine US utility earnings could get a lot worse if Europe's experience is any guide. In this environment, wires-only companies, or grid operators, may be one of the best bets to preserve wealth and income. Read More

As an alternative to buying individual stocks, you can play the growing popularity of remodeling with this exchange-traded fund. Read More

A lot of tech stocks report earnings in the days to come, and by this time next month the investing landscape could look very different.  If you haven't placed your bets yet, now might be a good time to do so. Read More

As China exploits its unconventional oil and gas reserves, this leading oilfield services provider is positioned for outsized gains. Read More

Will the announcement of Microsoft's next CEO push the stock higher or lower?  We think ultimately there is only one way out for the company, and once that becomes apparent to the rest of the world the stock should shake out of its doldrums. Read More

Only one long (buy) recommendation is currently below its limit in our Equity Trades Portfolio, but we have three short (sell) recommendations that are ready to go right now.  For more buy recommendations from our Investments Portfolio please refer to the Portfolio Update from last week's issue of Smart Tech 50 Weekly Movers. Read More